Principal Technical Specialist - Clinical Planning

Health & Disability Systems Strategy Directorate

Vacancy Number 09/HR131

Diverse and interesting work; the chance to contribute to shaping New Zealand’s health services; and genuine recognition of the difference you’ll make – look forward to all of these in this exciting new role.

This diverse and engrossing leadership role in the newly established Health Services Planning Unit will ensure that service plans developed at district, regional and national levels are congruent with effective and efficient modern models of care, are evidence-based, are patient-centered and reflect resource priorities and availability.

For a seasoned public health practitioner, this role will provide the ideal blend of high-level professional challenge and influence, so you can make a positive difference to the health sector. With your broad background in population health and service planning, you’ll excel in providing evidence based health advice and analytical support across all aspects of the Health Services Planning Unit’s work programme. You will focus on assessing the health needs and service use of affected populations, and applying national and international evidence affecting service configuration. You will be a key driver of the information base that supports high quality service planning, and work closely with clinical leaders through clinical networks at national and regional levels.

You will have sound knowledge and experience in the planning and funding of health services, and you will hold a relevant public health-related postgraduate qualification. Well developed interpersonal skills with the ability to develop effective relationships, including a demonstrated ability to work with senior managerial and clinical staff are required.

This is a full-time permanent position. Secondment opportunity would be welcome.

The Ministry of Health has a commitment to Equal Employment opportunities.

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To apply for this position, please send your CV, cover letter and application form quoting the vacancy number to Recruitment, Human Resources, Ministry of Health, PO Box 5013, Wellington or email to recruitment@moh.govt.nz

Applications to be received by 5pm Wednesday 30 September 2009